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Ready to transform lives through teaching? Passionate about sharing your expertise with learners aged 16+ and adults in further education (FE)?
Join us for this online information session to discover how our PGCE in Further Education and Skills (FES) course can launch your teaching career in the dynamic world of FE.
If you're a graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in education, or if you want to transition your professional expertise into teaching, this session is designed for you. Let us show you how to turn your subject knowledge into an inspiring teaching career that truly makes a difference!
You'll learn about our comprehensive PGCE Further Education and Skills programme, which qualifies you to teach in colleges, sixth forms, training organisations, and adult education centres. This flexible course welcomes graduates from diverse backgrounds - whether your degree is in sports science, health and social care, psychology, performing arts, law, or any other specialist field not typically taught in secondary schools.
Discover how our course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience through 150 hours of teaching practice and 100 hours of professional practice. You'll work alongside experienced mentors in real educational settings, developing your skills through interactive teaching, seminars, practical workshops, and guided reflection.
Find out more about:
- Course structure and specialist pathways (including English Language, SEND, Mathematics, Computing, and Science)
- Entry requirements and interview process
- The Enhanced Mentoring pathway available at Durham Sixth Form
- Potential funding opportunities, including DfE bursaries up to £30,000 for specialist subjects
- Career prospects in further education colleges, universities, training organisations, and community education
- Progression to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
You can ask questions about teaching placements, assessment methods, and discover why the University of Sunderland is the ideal place to begin your rewarding career in further education teaching.
For any questions, please email student.recruitment@sunderland.ac.uk.